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Dzina ḽa muṱa Clan names
✅ Venda Clan Names (Madzina a Miṱa ya Vhavenda)
| # | Clan Name | Description / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Munyai | Historically royal couriers; often close to the ruling class. |
| 2 | Tshivhase | One of the most prominent Venda royal clans. |
| 3 | Mphephu | Royal house of the Venda kingship; direct descendants of Dimbanyika. |
| 4 | Luvhimbi | Known for traditional healing and spiritual leadership. |
| 5 | Netshiluvhi | Associated with strong leadership and chieftaincy. |
| 6 | Mphigalale | Respected clan known in the Vhembe district. |
| 7 | Mufamadi | A widely spread clan involved in governance and leadership. |
| 8 | Netshitenzhe | Clan with roots in both spiritual and political leadership. |
| 9 | Rambau | A sub-house of the royal Mphephu lineage. |
| 10 | Nelwamondo | Another royal lineage from the Ha-Lwamondo region. |
| 11 | Ndou | “Elephant” clan; symbol of strength and authority. |
| 12 | Nemutandani | Known for wisdom and cultural preservation. |
| 13 | Mathivha | Often associated with education and progress. |
| 14 | Netshilongonyeni | Historically involved in land and territory matters. |
| 15 | Munyadziwa | Respected for their deep spiritual knowledge. |
🔍 Cultural Notes
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Tshivenda Praise Names (Zwirendo) are passed through male lineage and often honor the first known ancestor or describe achievements.
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The Mphephu royal line is central to Venda chieftaincy and history.
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Many Venda clans are tied to specific villages, totems (animal or symbolic), and sacred sites.